By Penny McGuire
You can use this breathing technique whenever needed - on or off the course. When your mind is scattered or you are emotional or tired - for whatever reason you can't collect yourself to concentrate on your game - try this:
Sitting or standing up straight, breathe in for a count of 4, hold your breath for a count of 16, then exhale for a count of 8. Try to make the inhale and exhale as smooth as possible and listen to the sound your breath makes as it comes and goes. If you can't hold for 16 counts, simply hold as long as you can, then exhale. You will be able to hold a little longer the next round. Repeat this as many times as you need, until you feel calmer and more focused. Usually two-to-four rounds will be enough for a quick fix!
The Brent Morrison Golf Academy is located at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort, 1025 Qualicum Road, Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1M5. (250) 752-8786. For more information on instruction programs for adults and juniors, contact the Academy office.
